Werner's syndrome
Werner's syndrome (vair-nerz) n. a rare genetic disorder resulting in premature ageing that starts at adolescence. Growth may be retarded and affected individuals may suffer from a thin skin, arterial disease, leg ulcers, and diabetes. [ C. W. O. Werner (1879–1936), German physician]
More From encyclopedia.com
Genetic Disorders , Variations within the DNA sequence of a particular gene affect its function, and may cause or predispose an individual a particular disease. Alterati… Tuberous Sclerosis , Definition
Tuberous sclerosis is a genetic disorder in which noncancerous (benign) tumors grow on the brain, skin, kidneys, eyes, heart, and lungs.
D… Pedigree , One of the most important tools used by genetic professionals is the pedigree, a pictorial description of a family tree. A complete pedigree provides… Epidermolysis Bullosa , Epidermolysis Bullosa
Epidermolysis Bullosa
Definition
Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a group of rare inherited skin diseases that are characterized b… Growth Disorders , Growth, which usually refers to skeletal growth since it determines final adult height, is an extremely complex process. As such, it is susceptible t… Sjogrens Syndrome , Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome
Definition
Sjogren-Larsson syndrome is an inherited condition resulting in thickened, dry, rough skin (ichthyosis), mental r…
You Might Also Like
NEARBY TERMS
Werner's syndrome